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Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba' - 2L Pot Persicaria Bistorta
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Key Features
NATIVE
FAST GROWING
HAS FLOWERS (Pink)
Seasonal Availablity
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Description
Persicaria bistorta ‘Superba’ is a robust, clump-forming herbaceous perennial, prized for its dense spikes of bright rosy-pink flowers that appear from late spring into summer. The bottlebrush-like blooms rise above lush green foliage, creating bold colour and strong structure in borders and naturalistic planting schemes.
Ideal for cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and waterside planting, ‘Superba’ thrives in moist soil and provides excellent ground coverage once established. Its long flowering period and pollinator-friendly blooms make it a valuable addition to any garden design.
Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow, this variety returns year after year with minimal maintenance.
Supplied in a 2-litre pot, this well-established plant is ready to plant and quickly establish in the garden.
- Herbaceous perennial
- Bright rosy-pink flower spikes
- Flowers from late spring to summer
- Clump-forming growth habit
- Ideal for borders and wildlife gardens
- Suitable for moist soil and watersides
- Hardy and low maintenance
- Supplied in a 2L pot
Position: Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Planting: Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Suitable for planting year-round when soil conditions allow.
Watering & Feeding: Keep well-watered, especially in dry periods. Feed in spring if required.
Pruning: Cut back spent flower stems after flowering. Trim foliage back in autumn or early spring.
Winter Care: Fully hardy. No winter protection required.
Q: How tall does Persicaria ‘Superba’ grow?
Typically reaches around 60–90cm tall.
Q: Is it good for wildlife?
Yes-flowers attract bees and pollinators.
Q: Does it spread?
Forms a generous clump but is not aggressively invasive.
Q: Is it suitable for damp areas?
Yes-thrives in moist soil.
Q: Is it easy to grow?
Yes-hardy and very reliable.
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Step 1
Root Grow & Fertiliser
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Step 2
Prepare Your Planting Area
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Step 3
Plant & Feed
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